Outback Spectrum Assembly Manual
Spectrum 3 Burner Hooded Gas BBQ
Dimensions
Width - 139.9cm
Depth - 59.1cm
Height - 111.6cm
Issue 2 - 21/11/12
Important – Please read the instructions before using the appliance
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline:
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Assembly Instructions - Please keep for future reference
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This barbecue can use either propane or butane or propane / butane mixed LPG (liquid petroleum gas)
bottled gas. Propane bottles, will supply gas all year round, even on cold winter days. Butane bottles will
supply sufficient gas in summer , but it may affect the performance of the barbecue and restrict the heat output
available from the burners, particularly once the gas temperature starts to fall below +10°C. A spanner may be
required to change gas bottles. Check that you have the correct gas bottle and regulator for your barbecue.
Do not stand the gas bottle on the trolley base.
• The hose should hang freely with no bends, twisting, tension, folds, or kinks that could obstruct free flow
of gas. Always inspect the hose for cuts, cracks, or excessive wear before use.
• Apart from the connection point, no part of the hose should touch any hot barbecue parts. If the hose
shows any sign of damage it must be replaced with a hose suitable for use with LP gas which meets the
national standards for the country of use.
• The length of hose should not exceed 1.5 metres.
YOU MUST HA VE THE PROPER REGULATOR AND BOTTLE IN ORDER FOR THE BARBECUE TO OPERATE
SAFELY AND EFFICIENTLY. USE OF AN INCORRECT OR FAULTY REGULATOR IS DANGEROUS AND
• Retain these instructions for future reference.
• This product is for outdoor use only. Do not use indoors.
• Do not use the barbecue or store gas bottles below ground level. LP gas is heavier than air so if a leak
occurs the gas will collect at a low level and could ignite in the presence of a flame or spark.
• For use with LPG bottled gas only. A suitable regulator must be used for butane, propane or mixes.
• Remove plastic wrap from any part before lighting.
• Do not use within 1m of any flammable structure or surface. Do not use under any combustible surface.
• LP gas bottles should never be placed directly underneath the barbecue.
• LP gas bottles should never be stored or used laid on their side, in the horizontal position. A leak would be
very serious and liquid could enter the gas line with serious result.
• Never store gas bottles indoors.
• Do not move the appliance during use.
• Open the barbecue hood before lighting.
• Once lit, do not move the barbecue until it has completely cooled, after use.
• This barbecue must not be left unattended when lit.
• The hood handle can become very hot. Grip only the centre of the handle. Always use oven gloves when
cooking or carrying out any adjustments to the barbecue.
• Use purpose designed barbecue tools with long, heat resistant handles.
• Use caution when opening the hood, as hot steam inside is released upon opening.
• Warning: accessible parts may be very hot. Keep young children and pets away.
• Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle after use.
• Never cover a barbecue until it has completely cooled.
• Use this barbecue only on a stable, flat surface.
• Before you use your barbecue, perform a leak test. This is the only safe and sure way to detect any gas
leaking from joints and connections of the barbecue after assembly.
• Leak test annually, and whenever the gas bottle is removed or replaced.
• Do not store flammable materials near this barbecue.
• Do not use aerosols near this barbecue.
• Failure to follow the manual’s instructions could result in serious injury or damage.
• Modification of the barbecue may be dangerous, is not permitted and will nullify any warranty.
• If you have any queries regarding these instructions, contact your local dealer.
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Important Information
Gas & Regualtor and Hose
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Warnings
• Before proceeding, make certain that you understand the IMPORTANT INFORMATION section of this
manual.
• Y our barbecue is not designed to be used with more than 50% of the cooking area as a solid plate — this
includes baking dishes. Full coverage will cause excessive build-up of heat and damage the barbecue.
This is not covered by warranty.
Preparation Before Cooking
To prevent foods from sticking to the cooking surface, please use a long handled brush to apply a light coat of
cooking or vegetable oil before each barbecuing session. (Note: When cooking for the fi rst time, paint colours
may change slightly as a result. This is normal and should be expected.) During use, the protective coating
Selecting a Location
This barbecue is for outdoor use only and should be placed in a well-ventilated area, and on a safe and even
surface. Never place your barbecue below ground level. Take care to ensure that it is not placed UNDER any
combustible surface. The sides of the barbecue should NEVER be closer than 1 metre from any combustible
surface, including trees and fences and make sure that there are no heat sources near the barbecue (cigarettes,
open flames, spark etc.). Keep this barbecue away from any flammable materials!
Precautions
Do not obstruct any ventilation openings in the barbecue body.
Position the gas bottle on level ground next to the barbecue and safely away from any source of heat.
Should you need to install or change the gas bottle, confirm that the barbecue is switched off, and that there
are no sources of ignition (cigarettes, open flame, sparks, etc.) near before proceeding.
Connecting a Gas Hose to the Barbecue
Connect the gas hose to the gas rail inlet on the left hand side of the barbecue. Do not overtighten. Do not use
any sealing tape, paste or liquid on the connection.
Fixing a Regulator to the Gas Bottle
Confirm all barbecue control knobs are in the off position. Connect the regulator to the gas bottle according to
your regulator and bottle dealer’s instructions.
Leak Testing(Always perform a leak test in a well-ventilated area)
Confirm all control knobs are in the off position. Detach the barbecue control panel located across the front
of the barbecue body by pulling off the control knobs and removing the control panel retaining screws. Turn
the gas on / open the gas control valve on the gas bottle or regulator. Check for leaks by brushing a solution
of ½ water and ½ liquid detergent / soap over all the gas system joints, including all valve connections,
hose connections, and regulator connections. NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME to test for leaks at any time. If
bubbles form over any of the joints, there is a leak. Turn of f the gas supply at the gas bottle. Retighten all joints.
Repeat test. If bubbles form again, do not use the barbecue and contact your local distributor for assistance.
Always wipe the mixed solution (½ water and ½ liquid detergent / soap) from all joints and connections after
leak testing. Install the control panel back. Leak test annually, and whenever the gas bottle is removed or
replaced. Check that the hose connections are tight and leak test each time you reconnect the gas bottle.
WILL INVALIDATE ANY WARRANTY. Please consult your local gas dealer for the most suitable gas bottles
and regulators.
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Installation
Operation
may come off the cooking surface. This is normal and is not harmful.
Line the drip tray with aluminium foil, then place a uniform layer of clean, dry sand 6-8mm deep into the tray.
This will absorb excess cooking fat, thus making cleanup easy.
Lighting the Barbecue
• Open the barbecue hood before lighting. Never light your barbecue with the hood closed.
• Ensure all knobs are in the off position. Open the gas control valve on the gas bottle or regulator.
• Push the control knob of the burner you wish to light and turn it anti-clockwise until you feel resistance to
the turning. Pause 4 seconds, then continue turning the control knob until a click is heard and the burner
is lit. Repeat previous step several times until the burner is lit.
• Ignite any of the remaining burners in any order, as needed. Confi rm each burner is alight before igniting
another burner.
• If burner fails to ignite after following above procedure, turn all the knobs to the off position. Close the gas
valve on the gas bottle. Wait 5 minutes. Reattempt all of the above steps. If the barbecue still fails to light,
please refer to the manual ignition instructions below.
• After ignition, turn the burners to the high position for 3-5 minutes in order to pre-heat the barbecue. This
should be done before each cooking session.
• After completion of preheating, turn all burners to the low position for best cooking results.
Manual Ignition Instructions
• Open the barbecue hood before lighting. Never light your barbecue with the hood closed.
• Ensure all knobs are in the off position. Open the gas control valve on the gas bottle or regulator.
• Insert lit match through the right match-lighting hole on the right side of the barbecue body and place near
rightmost burner porthole.
• Push and turn the rightmost control knob anti-clockwise to the high position, taking care to protect yourself
from the fl ames.
• When the right burner is lit, turn the remaining burners on from right to left.
• Confi rm that each burner is alight before turning on the next burner.
• If a burner fails to ignite, contact your local dealer for assistance.
• After ignition, turn the burners to the high position for 3-5 minutes in order to pre-heat the barbecue. This
should be done before each cooking session.
• After completion of preheating, turn all burners to the low position for best cooking results.
Grill Cooking
The burners heat up the fl ame tamer underneath the grill, which in turn heats the food on the grill. The natural
food juices produced during cooking fall onto the hot fl ame tamer below and vaporise. The subsequent rising
smoke bastes the food, as it travels upwards, imparting that unique barbecued fl avour.
Griddle Plate Cooking
The burners heat the griddle plate directly, which then cooks the food on contact. Griddle plates allow for the
cooking of smaller items, such as seafood, which could fall through the spaces of a grill. They are also suitable
for cooking items that require high-temperature/short-duration cooking, such as vegetables and smaller cuts
of fi sh. Similarly, it can be used in exactly the same way as a griddle in the kitchen, for searing steaks, cooking
eggs, etc. Alternatively, it can be used for heating pans or keeping food warm.
Roasting Hood Cooking
Barbecues equipped with a roasting hood give the option to form an ‘oven’ for roasting or baking food, such
as joints of meat or whole chickens, etc. More even cooking of food will actually be achieved by using the
barbecue with the hood down. However, this should only be done with the burners on low.
For best results, place the food you wish to bake or roast on a metal baking tray and set it on one side of the
cooking grill.
Turn the burner directly under the food to the OFF position and turn all other burners to a LOW to MEDIUM
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position.
Close the hood to cook the food ‘indirectly’. Avoid lifting the hood unnecessarily as heat is lost every time the
hood is opened. If the hood is opened during cooking please allow extra time for the barbecue to regain its
temperature and complete the cooking. Use the temperature gauge (if applicable) to monitor the heat of the
barbecue.
If the internal heat becomes too high, turn the burners down to the low position. It is not necessary or advisable
to have all of the burners on high when the hood is closed.
DO NOT ALLOW YOUR BARBECUE TO OVERHEAT. Take care when opening the hood as hot steam can
be released on opening.
Warming Rack
Warming racks are a convenient way to keep cooked food warm or to warm items such as bread rolls. It is
advisable to place food (particularly fatty foods) to the front of the warming rack to avoid the possibility of juices
and fat running down the back of your barbecue. Always check that your warming rack is properly fi tted before
use.
Flare-Up Control
Flare-ups occur when meat is barbecued, and its fat and juices fall upon the hot fl ame tamer. Smoke of course
helps give food its barbecued fl avour, but it is best to avoid excessive fl are-up to prevent food being burned. To
control fl are-ups, it is ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL to trim away excess fat from meat and poultry before grilling,
use cooking sauces and marinades sparingly and try to avoid very cheap cuts of meat or meat products as
these tend to have a high fat and water content. Also, the burners should always be placed on the low setting
during cooking.
When fl are-ups do occur, they can usually be extinguished by applying baking soda or salt directly onto the
fl ame tamer. Always protect your hands when handling anything near the cooking surface of the barbecue and
take care to protect yourself from the fl ames.
If a fat fi re occurs, please see the instructions given below.
Fat Fires
Empty and clean the drip tray (and foil liner, if applicable) of food debris after each cooking session. If the
barbecue is to be used for large gatherings, it will be necessary to turn off and cool the barbecue every two
hours to remove food debris from the drip tray (and foil liner, if applicable) and clean it out. The time between
cleaning may need to be reduced if very fatty foods or cheap meat products are being cooked. Failure to do
this may result in a fat fi re, which may cause injury and could seriously damage the barbecue.
In the event of a fat fi re:
• If safe to do so, turn all control knobs to the ‘off’ position.
• Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle.
• Keep everyone at a safe distance from the barbecue and wait until the fi re has burnt out.
• Do not close the hood or lid of the barbecue.
• NEVER DOUSE A BARBECUE WITH WATER. IF AN EXTINGUISHER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE A
POWDER TYPE.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE DRIP TRAY.
• If the fi re does not seem to be abating or appears to be worsening, contact your local Fire Brigade for
assistance.
End of Cooking Session
After each cooking session, turn the barbecue burners to the “high” position and burn for 5 minutes. This
procedure will burn off cooking residue, thus making cleaning easier. Make sure the hood is open during this
process.
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Turning Off Your Barbecue
When you have fi nished using your barbecue, turn all the control valves fully clockwise to the “Off” position,
then switch off the gas supply at the bottle.
Wait until the barbecue is suffi ciently cool before closing its hood.
Regularly clean your barbecue between uses and especially after extended periods of storage. Ensure the
barbecue and its components are suffi ciently cool before cleaning. Do not leave the barbecue exposed to
outside weather conditions or stored in damp, moist areas.
• Never handle hot parts with unprotected hands.
• Never douse the barbecue with water when its surfaces are hot.
In order to extend the life and maintain the condition of your barbecue, we strongly recommend that the unit be
covered when left outside for any length of time, especially during the winter months. Heavy-duty Outback®
barbecue covers and other accessories are available from your local Outback® stockist.
Even when your barbecue is covered for its protection, it must be inspected on a regular basis as damp or
condensation can form which may result in damage to the barbecue. It may be necessary to dry the barbecue
and the inside of the cover. It is possible for mould to grow on any fat remaining on parts of the barbecue. This
should be cleaned off smooth surfaces with hot soapy water.
Any rust that is found that does not come into contact with the food should be treated with a rust inhibitor and
painted with barbecue paint or a heat resistant paint.
A chrome cleaner may be used on chrome parts if required. To prevent rusting, wipe chrome plated warming
racks etc. with cooking oil after rinsing and drying.
Cooking Surfaces & Warming Rack
When the barbecue has cooled, clean with hot soapy water. To remove any food residue, use a mild cream
cleaner on a non-abrasive pad. Do not use scouring pads or powders as they can permanently damage
the fi nish. Rinse well and dry thoroughly. Due to the weight of the cooking surfaces, we do not recommend
cleaning in a dishwasher.
It is quite normal for surface rust to be present on the cooking surface. If rust appears between uses or in
storage, clean with a soft brass wire brush. Be careful not to damage the cooking surface, re-oil and cure.
Burner
Provided that they are operating correctly , in normal usage, burning off the residue after cooking will keep the
burners clean.
The burners should be removed and cleaned annually, or whenever heavy build-up is found, to ensure that
there are no signs of blockage (debris, insects) in either the burner portholes or the primary air inlet of the
burners. Use a pipe cleaner to clear obstructions.
When refi tting the burners, be careful to check that the neck of the burner fi ts over the valve outlet.
It is quite normal for surface rust to be present on the burners. If rust appears between uses or in storage,
clean with a soft brass wire brush.
Flame Tamer
Remove any food residue from the fl ame tamer surface with a plastic or wooden scraper or brass wire brush.
Do not use a steel scraper or wire brush. Clean with hot soapy water and rinse well.
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